Mood Disorder Flashcards

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What is the Psychoanalytic/dynamic view of the cause and treatment of depression? Cause: Reaction to loss (real or symbolic). This is related to an oral fixation (dependency). Depression is also anger "turned inward" at the self. Treatment: Psychoanalysis; explore issues of loss in the past.
There are two integrative models focusing on behavioral influences. What does the first one believe is the cause and treatment of depression? Cause: Deficiency in reinforcement of pleasant activities. Treatment: Pleasant Events Schedule, Social Skills Training
There are two integrative models focusing on behavioral influences. What does the second one believe is the cause and treatment of depression? Cause: Control! Learned Helplessness, Learned Hopelessness (more of a cognitive flavor) Treatment: Cognitive therapy, attribution retraining
What does the integrative model with cognitive influences have to say about the cause and treatment of depression? Cause: Maladaptive thought processes Treatment: Cognitive therapy (focus on identifying, evaluating, and modifying negative thoughts, attitudes, and biases.)
What does the integrative model with biological influences have to say about the cause and treatment of depression? Cause: Biochemical Abnormality, Genetic Transmission Treatment: Medication
How does stress relate to depression? -linked with onset of episodes -gene-environment correlation model
What is an internal attribution versus an external attribution? Internal: the belief that one is at fault for an outcome External: the belief that an outcome was out of one's control
What is a stable attribution versus an unstable attribution? Stable: Belief that something will never change Unstable: It is possible that things can change
What is a global attribution versus a specific attribution? Global: This outcome is suggests that similar things will happen in other dimensions of my life. Specific: This outcome doesn't necessarily suggest that similar things will happen in other dimensions of my life.
When evaluating bad outcomes, what three attributions would lead to a pessimistic attribution style (the style that could be linked to depression)? Internal, Stable, and Global. "I lost my job because something is wrong with me, I could never change for the better, and I'm a failure in other aspects of my life as well."
What social and cultural influences could affect depression? -Stress: linked with onset of episodes, gene-environment correlation model -relationships: both at risk and protective factor - gender: women are more likely to be depressed -social support: makes a big difference whether there is a support system or not
What is the neurological explanation for depression? Include the neurotransmitters involved. -Deficiency of certain neurotransmitters (NT): Norepinephrine (NE) and serotonin (ST) -the "permissive hypothesis" speculates that ST might influence other NTs which might be important to mood regulation
What could be the result of an Overactive HPA Axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal)? It produces stress hormones in response to stressful life events and prolonged exposure may interfere with neural functioning and development
What are the 4 different types of medications prescribed to those with depression? -Tri-cyclics: affects NE and ST activity (Tofranil, Elavil) -MAOI’s: inhibit breakdown of NE (Nardil) -SSRI’s: inhibit re-uptake of ST (Prozac, Zoloft, Paxil) -SSNRI’s: inhibit re-uptake of ST and NE (Effexor, Cymbalta)
What are the 3 options for medication for those with bipolar disorder? -Lithium (most effective but requires close medical maintenance) -other medications (like valproate [Divalproex]) -Mood stabilizer with atypical antipsychotic (e.g., lithium + risperidone)
What are the two main criteria for major depression? - A major depressive episode (> or = 2 weeks) -No manic episode
What are the two main criteria for Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthmia)? -Chronic depressive symptoms that are usually more mild than MD (more than 2 years and never more than 2 months asymptomatic) -No manic episodes
What are the requirements for Bipolar I disorder? -Have at least one manic episode (that lasts at least a week) -May or may not have MD episodes
What are the three requirements of Bipolar II disorder? -At least one hypomanic episode (at least 4 days) -At least one MD episode -NO MANIC EPISODE
What are the four requirements of Cyclothymic Disorder? -Chronic hypomanic and depressive SYMPTOMS!!!! NOT EPISODES (at least 2 years, never more than 2 months asymptomatic at a time) -No manic EPISODES -No hypomanic EPISODES -No MD EPISODES
What does it mean in terms of Bipolar Disorder to rapid cycle? To alternate quickly between one episode to another.
Why might women be more likely to experience depression? -culture dictates that man should be confident and independent and in control, where women should be passive and dependent which can create feelings of lack of control and helplessness.
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